Early Start CT Expansion Endowment RFA

The State of CT - DAS Procurement is releasing this Request for Application (RFA) to provide early childhood education programs the opportunity to apply for Early Start CT funding. This RFA aims to improve equitable access to affordable, high-quality care and education for Connecticut families. The funding will support the expansion of Early Start CT for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. Key points to consider: • The RFA allows for the award of at least $13,000,000 per year over an 18-month period to support early care and education programs with Early Start CT spaces for eligible families. • The application is competitive, and the funding will be used to expand Early Start CT. • The RFA is part of the Early Childhood Education Endowment. • The application can be accessed through the provided link: https://early-start-ct-application.oec.ct.gov/EarlyStartExpansion/Attestation.